I don’t ask for help often. It is rare that I’ll ask for help and even rarer that I accept it. But today I make a change. I’d like to ask you to help me support the 2008 Santa Cruz Film Festival.
As you’ve heard in the news, the business economy–particularly the Real Estate industry–is facing tough times. Unfortunately the fallout trickles down, even to the little non-profits. Many of our regular sponsoring businesses have been forced to significantly reduce their financial contributions to the Fest, leaving a deficit for us to make up.
So we are turning to those who value “Keeping Santa Cruz Weird” and the arts in our funky community. Each of us Board Members are responsible for raising a totally-doable $500 and I need your help to make this happen. I need any contribution you can commit and every dollar counts. Any contribution, just $5, will be greatly appreciated. For those of you able to contribute a bit more, your contribution can be put towards a Film Fest Membership or Pass, allowing you perks like free admission to the films and parties.
I wouldn’t ask if I didn’t need to. This year is shaping up to be the most amazing yet, bringing awesome filmmakers to Santa Cruz and cultural tourists (which means thousands of dollars to the local economy, win-win!). Please let me know what you can contribute to my $500 debt. Checks can be made payable to the Santa Cruz Film Festival. Donations are tax-deductible. Thank you in advance for doing the right thing and not taking art for granted in Santa Cruz!